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This Friday (2nd February) will see Yorkshire based singer-songwriter,  Jess Thristan  release her brand new single of a classic Dolly Parton song, Jolene. Jess is releasing this song with fellow singer-songwriters Kezia Gill, Jade Helliwell, and Demi Marriner on the track. Jolene begins with a crisp vocal tone opening allowing for beautiful tones to be shown - there is something so beautifully raw about this version already as Jess has stripped it back allowing for another side of the lyrics to shine through. Jess Thristan, Jade Helliwell, Kezia Gill and Demi Marriner's harmonies are great as they blend wonderfully with their soulful tones, however, the solo vocals on their own solo lines are great giving the listeners a chance to hear them individually as artists which many listeners will appreciate being a fan of these ladies. The chorus has been carefully thought about when it comes to Jess, Jade, Kezia and Demi's vocal tones and harmonies making for a great moment alone. ...

Today (Friday 26th January) will see US country pop singer-songwriter,  Halle Kearns  release her brand new single, High School Friends. Photo Credit: Krista Johnson High School Friends begins with Halle's crisp vocal tone setting the tone beautifully. The first verse is filled with memories of high school thinking about all those things that haven't changed but at the same time everything has changed. The lyrics are super relatable with those lyrics of where you thought you'd be and where you actually are being so different - I caught myself starting to open up! The chorus made me emotional as it allowed for me to think back to my high school and all the friends, I lost connect with along the way and am slowly reconnecting with as well as all the memories we made. The second verse is the past where the dream starts to become a reality whatever it takes whether it happens quickly or in a matter of months/ years and that's OK. The standout moment came within the bridge a...

During last Friday's episode (19th January) of Hollyoaks, viewers saw the return of Hannah Ashworth played by the brilliant Emma Rigby who was last seen on the show back in 2010 arrive with her half-brother and sister. This week's episodes have seen viewers see a different side to the character  which has been really interesting to watch, whilst at the same time leaving me with lots of questions that I hope will be answered when she returns in Spring! The return of Hannah is something I hope for but never expected to happen so thank you, Hollyoaks. When asked what it is like to be back in Hollyoaks, Emma said  "I'm absolutely thrilled to be back. Nothing has changed at all. It's lovely to see all the cast and crew, a lot of the same people and then of course a lot of new people who are also lovely. It's also funny for me to be the adult!" When asked about what it was like to come back with her on-screen mum, and reuniting with Suzanne, Emma commented  ...

Today (Friday 19th January) will see American singer-songwriter,  Megan Moroney  release her brand new single, No Caller ID. Photo Credit: CeCe Dawson No Caller ID  begins with a soft guitar instrumental working well with Megan's soft crisp vocal tone filled with vulnerability from the heartbreak as well as some purity with her songwriting especially within the first verse. The chorus is the part of the song that I caught myself listening to carefully and appreciating those moments to reflect which some gorgeous tones from Megan being delivered. The second verse is the part of the chorus where you think you who's calling but at the same time you aren't convinced as you know you will just end up going backwards on your recovery, however, it's the final verse that is the best in my opinion as it's the part where you realise leaving your ex in the past is the best thing you could do! Megan's songwriting throughout No Caller ID is brilliant and you can hear so much ...

Today (Friday 12th January) will see country singer-songwriter,  Hannah Ellis  release her debut album, That Girl which is made up of 13 tracks. Hannah is signed to Curb Records. Country Can  begins with a small town country feel thanks to the soft guitar that is opens up Hannah's debut album wonderfully with the lyrics being beautifully delivered leading to the chorus taking you on a journey. Country Can reminds me of C2C and the discovery of this talented artist in between many of the other artists on the stages. Hannah is a brilliant singer-songwriter that is shown within all three verses and the chorus blend together fantastically bringing the song together and making you want to sing along from start to finish. Us has a soft instrumental with heartfelt lyrics about those special moments in your relationship that make you realise how lucky you are to have that special person. The chorus is rather beautiful talking about those special moments you have shared that make ...

Today (Friday 5th January),  Tigirlily Gold  made up of sisters, Kendra and Krista release their brand new single and their first of 2024 called I Tried A Ring On. Photo Taken By Me at C2C 2023 I Tried A Ring On  begins with soft guitar instrumental that compliments the songs vulnerability. Kendra's crisp tone with the honesty of the lyrics makes for this wonderful meaning of the song to come across. There is something extremely wonderful about their songwriting and how you can hear that every part of the song based on their own relationships whether it's been a good one or not, many people have probably been there in their relationships as you think to the future with that special person. The chorus is rather catchy but filled with heartfelt lyrics mixed with a lot of emotion especially within the last line of the chorus whilst seeing the two sisters harmonies come together beautifully allowing for listeners to hear their brilliant tones. Krista's tone is beautiful....

I thought I would write a blog about the many theatre trips that I have  been lucky to on over the past year which have been incredible and honestly I am so grateful to have found my love for it once again. My first theatre trip of the year was to see Charlie and The Chocolate Factory at Milton Keynes that I have to say was absolutely brilliant. Being someone who is hard of hearing it was wonderful to see this represented in the production by the fantastic Leonie Spilsbury who played Mrs Bucket in the show I attended. Kazmin Borrer was brilliant as Veruca Salt. I know it's not a proper theatre show but up next was The Neighbours Celebration Tour at The Palladium - an experience I loved having never been to the venue but one I have always wanted to attend and mixing it with my love of the soaps was a brilliant trip to start 2023. Followed by trip to The British Soap Awards back in June at The Lowry Theatre in Manchester which is also a brilliant evening minus the absolute chaos of a...

It's safe to say that Sarah Platt has had a tough 2023, but soon Sarah is soon to reunite with her daughter, Bethany Platt who arrived back on the street during last night's episode (31st December). Talking about reuniting with her on-screen daughter, Tina said:  "I think if she knows Bethany well enough, she's knows there's probably going to be drama following very closely behind her. I think she's over the moon to see her, she doesn't expect it, it's a complete surprise. For me personally working with Lucy has been such a joy." As an actress, you must be relishing in the drama for Sarah?  "To be honest, I feel like I have won the jackpot when it comes to my job. I absolutely love working with the people I do. Ciaran being back as well I haven't stopped laughing. Sam's always a dream. And Lucy, I just love her. It's amazing!" Photo Credit: ITV/ Coronation Street When asked about does Sarah think there is a way back for her an...